ISTOÉ DINHEIRO – Regulatory Sphere — Published on February 3, 2026
New Central Bank Rules on Cryptoassets Take Effect; See What Changes
The Central Bank’s new regulation for the cryptocurrency market establishes stricter rules for virtual asset service providers, such as exchanges and trading platforms, requiring prior authorization, governance standards, internal controls, and compliance mechanisms.
According to partner Juliana Sene Ikeda, of Campos Thomaz Advogados, the measure represents an important step forward for the sector:
“The regulation increases legal certainty and investor protection by imposing clear governance and anti-illicit activity rules. At the same time, it requires companies in the sector to invest in technological infrastructure and regulatory compliance.”
The specialist highlights that the new framework brings the crypto market closer to the rules applicable to the traditional financial system, strengthening state oversight and enhancing confidence in Brazil’s virtual asset ecosystem.
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